JOB POSTING
SUPERVISORY & PROFESSIONAL UNION
NETWORK SPECIALIST
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Under direction of the Information Technology Manager, the Network Specialist will be responsible for the following, including but not limited to: data backup and protection, spam filter, anti-virus, terminal services, and a basic virtualization environment. They will further perform server support and administration duties, as assigned. RESPONSIBILITIES
 Supports and provides routine administration of one or more of the following: VMware servers/vCenter management, Windows Servers (2003/2008/2012/Exchange and Terminal Server)  Supports and maintains all aspects of the City’s Windows Active Directory infrastructure, including user account creation, group policy, and assigning permissions; in addition to maintaining vital services such as DHCP, DNS. Etc.  Provides high quality results in completing work orders, trouble tickets, service requests, and network projects, which includes independent research, planning and troubleshooting.  Assists with miscellaneous tasks shared by IT Support team, such as transporting and installing equipment, researching new technology, etc.  Assists in identifying current and future network needs (LAN, WAN, WLAN, VoIP networks). Aids in procuring network and telecommunications hardware, software, services, and other equipment.  Learn new technologies and /or obtain certifications as technologies are added and replaced.  Responds in a timely manner to end user inquiries via e-mail, phone or the IT Technical Support work order system.  Establishes effective working relations with other employees and contractors during the course of business  Prepares clear and concise written reports, procedures and specifications, etc.  Performs all other duties as required or assigned. QUALIFICATIONS
 High school diploma or equivalent required, College degree in related field preferred.  One or more of the following certifications required: A+ Certification; Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE); Microsoft Certified System Administrator (MCSA)  Excellent communication skills and positive attitude  Ability to multi-task with strong attention to detail  In-depth knowledge of VMware, Windows Servers 2008R2/2012, Active Directory (Group policy) and Exchange 2010.  Experience with Microsoft Office products, including but not limited to: Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc.  Experience working with LAN/WAN, Switches, Internet and Firewalls, Security and Traffic Management.
Salary range: $47,982 – $50,398
Monday-Friday, 40 hours
Deadline to apply: Friday, May 22, 2015 @ 4:00PM
To apply, please visit our careers page,
https://CityOfPittsfield.Hyrell.com
DEPARTMENT OF PERSONNEL, CITY HALL, 70 ALLEN STREET, ROOM 107, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201 PHONE: 413-499-9340